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Aspiring Docs

Aspiring Docs provides resources and inspiration to help you get started on your path to medicine.

Learn how to get medically related experience, prepare for the application process, and get inspired by personal stories from medical students, residents, and physicians.

Aspiring Docs Fact Sheets

Learn about the basics of getting started on a path to medicine.

Inspiring Stories

There's a story behind every application. Read about some of the inspiring journeys others have made from applicant to medical student to physician.

Ask a Med Student Video Series

Medical students answer questions about their path to medical school, what med school courses are like, patient experiences, and more.

Ask the Experts

Hear from experts in various fields on topics such as exploring medical careers, preparing for medical school interviews, and finding a mentor.

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Aspiring Docs Diaries

Translating Pre-Medical Experiences into Clinical Skills

Michael Foster | May 3, 2023

Your time before medical school is golden. It is a unique time to explore where your passions lie (both within and beyond medicine) and lay a strong foundation of the inter- and intrapersonal skills needed for you to be the best physician you can be. The best advice is simple: challenge yourself, be honest, and have fun! […]

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Getting Into Medical School Brochure

The AAMC offers trusted resources and services to help you navigate the journey from premed to residency and beyond.

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